Banking & Finance
The latest interview advice, in-depth articles on the ins and outs of the banking industry and an inside look what it's really like to work as finance professional.
Practice SHL Tests
A popular form of psychometric testing, SHL tests are used by over 15,000 companies worldwide as part of their assessment process.
The Best Perks in Banking
The hours in banking may be tough but hard work doesn't go unnoticed. Here are a few of the perks banks offer.
Free Online Tests
Tests are used to screen applicants. Don't be under any illusion: if you mess up, you won’t be invited through to the next stage. Start practicing today.
Real Interview Questions: IBanking
Got an interview in the City coming up? Get a look at the questions you can expect to face.
A day in the life of an FX salesperson
A former J.P. Morgan salesperson describes what it's like to work in FX.
What is IBanking?
Investment bankers are known for their big pay checks, bonuses and long hours. But what exactly do they do?
Explaining Fixed Income
"Fixed income" is right on the money – debt securities that pay income at fixed intervals over a certain length of time. Simple, right? Let's find out...
Buy-Side vs Sell-Side
"Buy-Side vs Sell-Side" is essential Ibanking jargon. The first step is remembering which is which, then the rest is up to you...
Explaining FX
FX, or forex, stands for foreign exchange and can be traded as spots, swaps, forwards, futures or options. Curious to find out more?
What are Derivatives?
Deutsche Bank's Director of Global Markets Structuring covers the basics of derivatives and the components that make up their value.
Who's Who in IBanking
Investment banks need an army of employees to keep the business going. Here's an inside look at the different roles.
ABCs of IBanking
Know your Chinese Wall from your Black Swan? Here's jargon you'll need to know if you want to work in investment banking.
Getting Hired: Banking
The Ibanking recruitment process is lengthy and described as anything from “very rigorous” at J.P. Morgan, to “relaxed” at Morgan Stanley.
Investment Banking: IPOs
Here’s yet another acronym to memorise! This is an important one if you’re thinking that you might want to work in corporate finance.
What's Corporate Finance
Corporate Finance sits at the epicentre of the Ibanking world. Traditionally glamorous and demanding; do you have what it takes to make the cut?
Getting Hired: Investment Mgt.
If you’ve already decided that a job on the buy-side is for you, then you'll have to navigate these investment management interview questions.
IBanking Interviews
Don't know your EBITDA from DCF? Don't panic, here are some real world questions to help you ace your corporate valuation interview.
Network like a Ninja
Think networking only works well in the US? Think again and find out how an aspiring banker in the UK built up contacts and broke into the industry.
Cold Call Your Way into IBanking
Ever thought that the secret to getting that job or summer internship you have your eye on may be cold calling?